Senior AP Specialist

CHS, Inc.•Inver Grove Heights, MN

3d•Remote

About The Position

CHS is hiring a Senior AP Specialist to join its finance team. The role provides day-to-day support to business unit customers and vendors throughout the procure-to-pay process while seeking process improvement efficiencies and developing an understanding of corporate structures, business contacts, and stakeholders. The position processes vendor invoices within corporate ERP systems in accordance with company policies and standard internal control procedures. The role also participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned. This is a remote opportunity.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience in Finance, Accounting, and/or Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable.
High school diploma or GED.
Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite.
Experience using automated financial and accounting systems.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree in Finance, Accounting, Statistics, Economics, Business, Business Administration, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Address and resolve varied and complex escalated issues.
Process PO-related and non-PO invoices in a timely manner while ensuring compliance with company policies and customer expectations.
Work with vendors and appropriate internal business unit representatives to resolve discrepancies in a timely and customer-focused manner.
Ensure timely and accurate invoicing and collection of money due to the company, and banking deposits.
Maintain accurate and complete client files and make recommendations to improve invoicing and collection procedures.
Monitor invoice processing and ensure timely payments.
Review client documentation to ensure proper system setup and compliance with correct accounting procedures.
Ensure proper recordkeeping of purchases for tax preparation and periodic audits.
Train and guide Accounts Receivable/Payable team members and provide assistance as needed.
Maintain a process for tracking receipt of data and source documents.
Monitor and report on changes in payment standards.
Prepare and sort source documents and interpret data to be entered.
Contact preparers of source documents to resolve questions, inconsistencies, or missing data.
Enter data in the Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable system from source documents, complete necessary coding, confirm accuracy, and make necessary corrections.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as needed or assigned.